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Chevrolet Malibu vs Mitsubishi Lancer

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2025 Chevrolet Malibu

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2017 Mitsubishi Lancer

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Overview

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMitsubishi LancerES
Selected trimLS FleetES
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainfront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20252017

Pricing & market

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMitsubishi LancerES
MSRP$24,700$17,795 (best)
Lowest listing price$13,359 (best)—
Median listing price$17,396 (best)—
Highest listing price$20,398 (best)—
For sale now17 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMitsubishi LancerES
Combined MPG31 MPG (best)28 MPG
City MPG28 MPG (best)24 MPG
Highway MPG36 MPG (best)33 MPG
Fuel tank15.8 gal (best)15.5 gal

Performance

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMitsubishi LancerES
Horsepower163 hp (best)148 hp
Torque184 lb-ft (best)145 lb-ft
Engine size1.5 L2 L (best)
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMitsubishi LancerES
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume15.7 cu ft (best)12.3 cu ft
Payload—1,081 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,135 lbs2,888 lbs (best)
Ground clearance—5.5 in (best)
Wheelbase111 in (best)103.7 in
Length194.2 in (best)182.1 in
Width73 in (best)69.4 in
Height57.9 in58.3 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecChevrolet MalibuLS FleetMitsubishi LancerES
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)4 / 5 ★
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)3 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)1None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimChevrolet MalibuMitsubishi Lancer
1

LS Fleet

$24,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

ES

$17,795 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

LS

$25,800 MSRP

ES

$18,795 MSRP

3

RS

$26,800 MSRP

ES

$20,295 MSRP

4

1LT

$28,100 MSRP

SE

$21,095 MSRP

5

2LT

$31,500 MSRP

SEL

$22,095 MSRP

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Chevrolet Malibu vs Mitsubishi Lancer FAQ

Which is better: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2025 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer starts lower at $17,795. Live Chevrolet Malibu listings start at $13,359.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (17,795).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The 2025 Chevrolet Malibu leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
Which has better horsepower: 2025 Chevrolet Malibu or 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
The 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer leads on horsepower in this comparison (168).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2025 Chevrolet Malibu vs 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Chevrolet Malibu (5/5 NHTSA overall); Mitsubishi Lancer (4/5 NHTSA overall).